λάδι

Lemma: λάδι

Translation: oil; olive oil (noun)

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἔλαιον (élaion, 'olive oil'), which was shortened to λάδι in Medieval Greek. The English word 'oil' ultimately derives from the same Greek root, via Latin 'oleum'. The ancient Greek word is also the source of the word 'olive' in English. This connection between olive and oil reflects the historical importance of olive oil in Mediterranean cultures.